Dead Lizard in Delhi School Meal Sparks Scrutiny of Midday Meal Quality

A dead lizard found in a Delhi school lunch has reignited concerns about the quality of the government's midday meal programme. Questions have been raised around food hygiene, serving portions, and the variety of items being offered to students. The PM Poshan scheme defines specific nutritional entitlements for primary and upper primary school children, but budget constraints are limiting menu options, including the provision of eggs. Teachers and parents are questioning whether the nutrition promised under the scheme is actually reaching students. The incident has prompted a broader debate on the adequacy and implementation of the programme across Delhi schools.